Introduction to magnetic random-access memory

Bernard Dieny, Ronald B. Goldfarb, Kyung Jin Lee

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Abstract

Magnetic random-access memory (MRAM) is poised to replace traditional computer memory based on complementary metal-oxide semiconductors (CMOS). MRAM will surpass all other types of memory devices in terms of nonvolatility, low energy dissipation, fast switching speed, radiation hardness, and durability. Although toggle-MRAM is currently a commercial product, it is clear that future developments in MRAM will be based on spin-transfer torque, which makes use of electrons' spin angular momentum instead of their charge. MRAM will require an amalgamation of magnetics and microelectronics technologies. However, researchers and developers in magnetics and in microelectronics attend different technical conferences, publish in different journals, use different tools, and have different backgrounds in condensed-matter physics, electrical engineering, and materials science.

Original languageEnglish
PublisherWiley-IEEE Press
Number of pages242
ISBN (Electronic)9781119079415
ISBN (Print)9781119009740
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2016 Nov 26

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Physics and Astronomy(all)

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